VTech, the maker of smart toys whose poor security practices exposed data from millions of parents and children, has been slapped on the wrist by the FTC to the tune of $650,000 and probation. It ...

The data breach of Hong Kong toy manufacturer VTech appears to have also included photos of children and parents, adding to what could be one of the most surprising leaks of the year. VTech, which ...

Elmo’s X account was apparently hacked as an anonymous antagonist used the lovable red monster as a mouthpiece to promote antisemitic views, boost an obscure crypto toy company and belabor on ...

Elmo returned to X on Tuesday with a message of love, two days after a hacker used the beloved “Sesame Street” character’s account to spread antisemitic bile. Some, including Elon Musk’s AI chatbot ...

A cyberattack targeting Hong Kong-based children’s toy manufacturer VTech has left millions of accounts compromised, putting the data of parents and children alike at risk. The breach took place on ...

Elmo‘s everlasting mission of kindness and all things wholesome is back in full swing, days after the puppet’s official X account platformed racist and antisemitic remarks, and popular claims about ...

Much-loved children’s TV character Elmo is back on X after his account was hacked to post a slew of antisemitic and racist messages. Elmo, the cheerful red monster from “Sesame Street,” unleashed a ...

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